Kids Atlanta - October 12, 2009

Rocky Road

Relics & Rarities Ice Cream Parlor

They scream. You scream. The only thing to quiet this whole mess down? Take them for ice cream.

Put everyone in good humor by stopping by Decatur’s newest sweet shop, Relics & Rarities.

Owner Warren Pickard transformed the former auto repair shop into a nostalgic parlor that doubles as a spot to showcase his collection of classic cars. Grab a swivel stool and cone in the Fab Fifties front room or cruise back to the showroom to peruse Pickard’s eclectic fleet.

Packed with both kid-friendly stuff (a climbable Spiderman truck) and parent-pleasers (a 1901 Oldsmobile that still runs), Relics & Rarities is the perfect place to park your pack.

Think of it as meltdown management.

Relics & Rarities, 409 North McDonough Street, Decatur (404-963-7501 or relicsandrarities.googlepages.com).

Photo: Courtesy of Relics & Rarities

SEE
Uncle Grampa’s Hoo-Dilly Story Time
What: The ever-popular interactive puppet show (for ages 2-8) is back with the whole Hoo-Dilly gang.
Why: It’s quite a cast of characters.
When: Thru Nov. 28. Sat., 11:30 a.m.
Where: Dad’s Garage, 280 Elizabeth St., Inman Park (404-523-3141).

CARVE
Pumpkins
What: Ages 6 and up (with adult helper) decorate the CNC for Halloween hikes.
Why: Put your pumpkin in a festive mood.
When: Wed., 1:30-3 p.m.
Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell (770-992-2055).

MEET
Book Signing with Former President Carter
What: Have J.C. and author David Rubel sign a copy of If I Had a Hammer: Building Homes and Hope with Habitat for Humanity.
Why: Give them the tools to do good works.
When: Thurs., 5 p.m.
Where: Jimmy Carter Library & Museum, 441 Freedom Pkwy., Poncey Highlands (404-865-7100).